Vietnam visa for Belgium citizens

Do Belgian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Currently, Belgian passports are required to apply for an e-visa to enter Vietnam for visits up to 90 days for tourism, business, transit or medical purposes. While a Vietnam tourist visa is valid for only 90 days, single entry, those applying for a business visa can stay in Vietnam for a maximum of 90 days, multiple entry.

Visa requirements in brief:

How to apply for a Vietnamese visa on a Belgian passport

There are three popular ways for you to obtain a valid Vietnam visa.

Visa at the Vietnam Embassy in Belgium

Belgian passport holders can apply for a Vietnam visa at the Embassy of Vietnam in Belgium. You will need to submit the visa application form, a passport-size photo, and your passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining. Afterward, pay the visa fee which varies depending on the type of visa and duration. The processing time is usually 5 working days then you can receive your passport with a visa stamped in person or via mail.

Apply for e-visa online

You can obtain a Vietnam electronic visa for tourist or business purposes. The e-visa is valid for a single entry and for a stay of up to 90 days.

You need to visit the official website of the Vietnam Immigration Department and follow the application process. The application process usually involves filling out an online form, uploading a digital copy of your passport, and paying the e-visa processing fee online (25 USD ~ 23 Euros). It takes around 03 working days for the visa to be issued and you can receive it via email.

Apply for a visa on arrival

Belgian citizens are eligible for a Vietnam visa on arrival if traveling by air. To get this type of visa, you need to contact a visa agency or travel company based in Vietnam for a visa approval letter online, which will be issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department.

You will then need to print this letter and present it, along with a passport-size photo and your passport, when you arrive at one of Vietnam’s international airports.

How much is the visa fee for Belgian passports?

Fee comparison 

Travel tips for Belgian citizens visiting Vietnam

How to get there

You can get to Vietnam from Belgium by taking flights provided by prominent airlines such as Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Most passengers from Brussels airport (Belgium) will arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City and Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi (Vietnam).

Bruxelles - Ho Chi Minh City

Bruxelles - Hanoi

Weather information

The climate and temperatures in Vietnam and Belgium are very different with Vietnam having a tropical climate and Belgium featuring a temperate maritime climate.

• Weather: Vietnam has quite hot weather with two distinct seasons: a rainy season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. On the other hand, Belgium has more moderate maritime weather. The country has four distinct seasons, with mild summers and cold winters.
• Temperature: In Vietnam, temperatures are relatively warm year-round, with average temperatures ranging from 20-35°C (68-95°F). Meanwhile, in Belgium, the average temperatures range from 0-10°C (32-50°F) in the winter and 10-20°C (50-68°F) in the summer.
• Precipitation: Vietnam receives much more rainfall than Belgium. The country's rainy season can bring heavy rain and flooding, especially in coastal regions, while Belgium has a relatively high amount of rainfall throughout the year.